JIT-EX Emergency Assistance Intake
Cook County, Illinois • jitex@govdirect.org
Applications are reviewed in the order received. Complete information helps reduce delays.

Application intake form

Use the form below to submit a request for emergency assistance review. After submission, a reference ID is generated for tracking.

Before submitting

  • Use your full legal name
  • Provide a working email address
  • Enter a phone number where you can be reached
  • Describe your situation clearly and briefly
  • Submit only one request per situation
A reference number is created after submission and used for future tracking.

JIT-EX assistance intake

If the embedded form does not load properly on your device, open the application in a separate tab.

After submitting, monitor your email and use the status page with your reference ID.
Submitting an intake request does not guarantee approval, eligibility, or payment.